How many syllables in “antipathetic”?
syllables in "antipathetic"
Word details
Syllables
5
an · ti · pat · he · tic
Letters
12
a · n · t · i · p · a · t · h · e · t · i · c
Scrabble
19
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “antipathetic”
The word “antipathetic” contains 5 syllables, divided as an · ti · pat · he · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "antipathetic" have?
"antipathetic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "antipathetic" into syllables?
"antipathetic" is divided into syllables as: an · ti · pat · he · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "antipathetic"?
The Scrabble score for "antipathetic" is 19 points.
Using “antipathetic” in writing
"antipathetic" (an · ti · pat · he · tic) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “antipathetic” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.